The nurse is contributing to a staff education program about infection control. Which of the following diseases should the nurse recommend including as examples of diseases that are transmitted by direct contact? (Select all that apply.)
a. Measles
b. Malaria
c. Lyme disease
d. Impetigo
e. Influenza
f. Chickenpox
ANS: D, E
Illnesses spread by direct transmission may include influenza, impetigo, and all sexually transmitted diseases, including HIV. Measles and chickenpox are transmitted by airborne transmission. Diseases spread through vectors include malaria and Lyme disease.
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